EKG Associate, Nursing Float Team (Nights)

SUNY Downstate; New York (NY); On-site; USD 49,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University is seeking an EKG Associate for the Nursing Float Team on the nights shift in Brooklyn, NY. The role conducts cardiac monitoring, supports nursing care, and promotes infection control with a focus on patient safety.

Required are EKG/ECG and Phlebotomy training, a high school diploma, and BLS certification. Preferred candidates have 1 year in patient care and/or PCT or Medical Assistant program training.

Qualifications

• Completed training for EKG/ECG and Phlebotomy is required.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• BLS certification through the American Heart Association.
• A satisfactory equivalent combination of experience, training and education.

Responsibilities

• Conduct cardiac monitoring on the adult population.
• Perform direct nursing care activities as delegated.
• Maintain infection control measures and patient safety.
• Respond to changing needs of patient care areas and communicate effectively.
• Participate in quality improvement and unit morale initiatives.

Skills

EKG/ECG certification

Phlebotomy

BLS Certification

Education

High school diploma

PCT Program (preferred)

Medical Assistant Program (preferred)

Job description

EKG Associate, Nursing Float Team (Nights)

Brooklyn, NY, United States

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About Us

Are you looking to take your career to new heights with a leader in healthcare?SUNY Downstate Health Sciences Universityis one of the nation's leading metropolitan medical centers. As the only academic medical center in Brooklyn, we serve a large population that is among the most diverse in the world. We are also highly-ranked by Castle Connolly Medical, a healthcare rating company for consumers, among the top 5 leading U.S. medical schools for training doctors.

Job Description

The Department of Nursing at SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University is seeking a full-time TH Clinical Technical Service EKG Associate, Float Team (Nights). The successful candidate will:

• Conduct cardiac Monitoring on the adult population
• Practices effective Infection Control measures
• Performs direct nursing care activity as delegated
• Performs indirect nursing care activities as determined by routine assignment and unit activity
• Demonstrates knowledge of normal growth and development in the delivery of care to patients
• Responds to the changing needs of patient care areas
• Use problem-solving in meeting patient care and unit needs
• Maintains a safe and efficient work environment
• Obtains, records, and exchanges information on behalf of the patient
• Uses ethical principles to guide decisions and actions consistent with UHB's operating goals and objectives
• Respect and promote Patients' Rights
• Fosters/maintains positive public relations with patients, families, visitors, and staff
• Communicates effectively with customers, visitors, patients, and staff
• Represents the hospital positively by demonstrating respect and courtesy to all patients, colleagues, staff, and visitors
• Participates in Quality Improvement and contributes to process improvement activities
• Takes an active role in managing resources
• Plans appropriately to meet departmental objectives and takes initiatives where necessary
• Participates in activities to promote and foster team spirit and boost unit morale
• Utilizes effective skills in communicating with members of the health care team
• Takes an active role in personal/professional development
• Other duties and responsibilities as required

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Successful completion of training course(s) and/or certificate for electrocardiography (EKG) or electrocardiograph (ECG), and Phlebotomy
• High school diploma or its educational equivalent
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Associate (AHA)
• A satisfactory equivalent combination of experience, training and education.

Preferred Qualifications

• One year of full-time experience providing essential treatment and patient care under professional supervision
• Graduate of a Patient Care Technician (PCT) Program and/or graduate of a Medical Assistant Program

SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, creed, age, disability, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, familial status, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristics, military status, domestic violence victim status, criminal conviction and all other protected classes under federal or state laws.

Women, minorities, veterans, individuals with disabilities and members of underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply.

If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact Human Resources [e-mail].

Job Info

• Job Schedule Full time
• Job Shift Night
• Posting Date 08/28/2026, 03:22 PM
• Job Identification 496258
• Grade NSSL2 - 08
• Days of Week Variable
• Shift Start Time 7:30pm
• Shift End Time 8:00am
• Union Name UUP
• Minimum Base Salary 54,090
• Maximum Base Salary 54,090
• Additional Compensation 1 Location Pay
• Additional Compensation 1 Amount 4,150
• Additional Compensation 2 Inconvenience Pay
• Additional Compensation 2 Amount 828
• Other Job Title EKG Associate, Nursing Float Team (Nights) [Main Posting posted under Req 496252]